Here's another obituary from the same page of the paper. - Jean Griesan Colorado Died at Coal Grove, this county, on the 17th inst., of inflammation of the brain, Birdie, infant child of Eph. and Kate M. Talbot, aged 2 years, 1 month and 21 days. Ironton Journal, September 27, 1871

Hi! Here's another obituary. - Jean Griesan Colorado Died on the 11th inst., at Hanging Rock, Ohio, of scarlet fever, Thomas M., son of J. W. and Susan Worthington, aged 4 years. Yet again we hope to meet thee When the day of life is fled, Then in Heaven with joy to greet thee Where no farewell tear is shed. Ironton Journal, September 27, 1871

Does anyone know the names of the cemeteries in and around a Miller, Ohio in Lawrence county? What township is Miller in? Does anyone have the detailed burial list of New Rome Cemetery in Rome township? Looking for a Nellie CHIC or CHIC In Miller, I'm looking for John Edward CHIC or CHICK and his son DANA. Thanks for the help, Becky Roberts Columbus, Ohio

Does anyone know if any of the original records exist from the early churches established in Lawrence Co.? Does anyone know if anyone has made an effort to collect baptismal records or membership rosters from any of those churches? Thanks for your input! Bruce

Here's another obituary. - Jean Griesan Colorado Died on the 20th inst., Florence Housen, of consumption, aged 12 years and 9 months. Ironton Journal, September 27, 1871

Kudo's to Jean Griesan for posting these obits and news items from old newspapers. These can potentially be a tremendous help to any number of researchers, and it takes time to do this. So thank you Jean. Regards, Nancy Edwards - Georgia - Tom Griesan wrote: >Here's another obituary. > - Jean Griesan > Colorado > > Died in this city, on the 2d inst., after a brief illness, Mrs. >Caroline, wife of Meyer Seeberger, of the firm of M. Hilb & Co., aged 53 >years. > >Ironton Journal, September 6, 1871 > > >==== OHLAWREN Mailing List ==== >Web page with info for this list - http://lists.rootsweb.com/index/usa/OH/lawrence.html > >============================== >Search the US Census Collection. Over 140 million records added in the >last 12 months. Largest online collection in the world. Learn more: http://www.ancestry.com/s13965/rd.ashx > > > >

Here's an obituary that was in the Ironton newspaper. Gen. Abraham Smith lived in Lawrence County, Ohio for a while, and then must have moved to Eddyville, Iowa. The obituary was copied from the Eddyville newspaper. - Jean Griesan Colorado Died in this city, July 23d, 1871, of a lingering illness, Gen. Abraham Smith, formerly a citizen of Quaker Bottom, Ohio, aged 71 years and 5 months. He lingered for many months with a painful illness which caused death at last. He has left a wife, two sons and four daughters, to mourn his loss, and many other friends, that did all they could to save life. But alas! what can mortal do, when death sets his pale signet upon the brow; we can draw near and wipe the cold sweat from the face, and feel for the last pulsation, and listen for the last breath, but this is all. The deceased was an honored and good man, very patient during his last suffering moments, so unlike to death, but like the calm setting of the sun as it gently sinks to rest upon its ocean pillow; the halo of resignation circled round his brow, and bathed his face in the light of immortal glory, chased away the gloomy shadow that fell around his bed as the angel of death waved his dark pinion there. His body now rests in the Eddyville cemetery. The night wind may moan over him and sing its death dirge; but alas! unnoticed by him. The tall grass may rustle in solemn grandeur at his ear, but unheard by him. The humid dews chill not his marble breast, nor disturb his calm and quiet rest. Thou dost not speak, no more the tones Of thy dear voice we hear, Yet thou dost speak in thrilling notes Most eloquent and clear. The bright example of thy life, True hearted; honest one, Tell us more than e'er you told, That Heaven at last is won. LIZZIE. - Eddyville (Iowa) paper. Ironton Journal, September 6, 1871

Here's another obituary. - Jean Griesan Colorado Died in this city, on the 2d inst., after a brief illness, Mrs. Caroline, wife of Meyer Seeberger, of the firm of M. Hilb & Co., aged 53 years. Ironton Journal, September 6, 1871

Here's an obituary that I came across. - Jean Griesan Colorado Died at his residence in Ashland, Ky., March 8th, Capt. Samuel Coles, in the 63d year of his age. Capt. Coles, the son of Benjamin and Hannah Coles, was born in Long Island, N. J., June, 1808. He moved to Indiana in his childhood and remained there, and in the Miami Valley, until 1830. At this time, he came to Portsmouth, Ohio, where, in 1836, he was married to Miss N. E. Peebles, daughter of Robt. and Jane Peebles. He moved from Portsmouth to Hanging Rock in the Spring of 1854. Becoming identified with the company that secured the Eastern Division of the Lexington & Big Sandy R. R., that began opening the coal mines of this region, he was chosen President, and, in December of 1864, moved to Ashland, Ky., to superintend the interest of that company. Here, he entirely gave himself to the work, and faithfully performed the duties of his office, until, in the Providence of God, he was suddenly stricken down by paralysis in July, 1869. It was fondly hoped by all that he might recover, but he gradually failed, until, after much suffering and trial he found rest in Jesus. He leaves a wife and ten children and a large circle of friends to mourn their irreparable loss. It is very sad, indeed, to record the death of this beloved and faithful servant of the Lord Jesus; for, though we morn not as those without hope, - though we trust that our loss is his everlasting gain; - yet his death is felt to be a sure bereavement. During his residence at Hanging Rock, he connected himself with the Presbyterian church, and by his after life made good that profession. He said less than many do in regard to his religious experience, yet the uniform interest he manifested in religious things, and in the welfare of God's church, afforded more decided evidence of love to Christ and His cause than any mere profession could have done. His place was seldom vacant in the sanctuary on the Sabbath. He always rejoiced in the prosperity of Zion. All the efforts at moral reform received his best wishes and cordial assistance, and in him they have lost an earnest supporter. He willingly gave his hand to all that he thought was good and for God's glory. Those who were best acquainted with him, knew him to be humble and cheerful in his feelings - kind and benevolent in his disposition - warm and faithful in his friendships. In his domestic relations he was tender and affectionate. In his convictions of christian truth and duty he was firm and unwavering. Salvation by Grace was his strong tower as a christian man. These convictions were support and comfort in the prospect of death. When he saw his days were numbered he had no fear, but, with humble submission to the will of his Heavenly Gather, waited his appointed hour. His end was peace. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. C---. Ironton Journal, Ironton, Lawrence County, Ohio, March 15, 1871

Here's another obituary. - Jean Died in this city on the 6th inst., Andrew J. Moore, son of J. L. and Elizabeth A. Moore, aged 18 months. Ironton Journal, March 15, 1871

Here's a nice long obituary for this gal. - Jean Griesan Colorado Eliza A. Knisely wife of Dr. J. E. Knisely, was born in the State of Delaware, Feb. 25th, 1804; died in Lawrence county, Ohio, Feb. 8th, 1871 - aged 67 years, 11 months and 17 days. Mother Knisely sought and found "the pearl of great price," and united with the Methodist E. Church at the age of fourteen years. She lived an exemplary christian life, and was well beloved by all who knew her. At the close of a long life in the "church militant" she gave a bright evidence that she was leaving this for the "church trimphant," saying that the same Savior that had kept her through life was able to sustain her in death. Her illness was of short duration, lasting only about six days. About twenty-four hours before death came, she began to "praise God" and exhort every one present to serve God and meet her in heaven, which she continued to do as long as she could speak, and when she could no longer speak she would point upward as if pointing to the "haven of rest." The funeral services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. A. Cartlich, who preached from Revelations 14-13: "And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord." She spoke repeatedly during her last hours of the prospect of meeting those of her children who had gone before, and her husband, Thomas Bartley, who died Oct. 1845. She was the mother of thirteen children, six of whom died in infancy. Those remaining were all present at the time of her death, except one daughter who resides in Missouri. "Let me die the death of the righteous, And let my last end be like hers." L. GARNER. Ironton Journal, March 22, 1871

Here's another obituary that I came across. - Jean Griesan Colorado Died near Quaker Bottom, this county, on Tuesday, Feb. 14th, 1871, of consumption, Mr. Joseph S. Matthews, aged 31 years, 10 months and 7 days. Ironton Journal, February 22, 1871

Here's an article that might help someone. - Jean Griesan Colorado Harrison McCall, or Harrison Call, accidentally shot himself, near Howard Furnace, on the morning of the 3d inst. He started out hunting, and stopping in the yard, put his foot on the hammer and his mouth over the muzzle of his gun to test by blowing into the barrel whether it was loaded or not. His foot slipping from the hammer, he was instantly killed. The deceased was about 21 or 22 years old. Ironton Journal, February 8, 1871

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/CZB.2ACI/2467.1.1 Message Board Post: HI vEra, Thanks so much for checking for me! I now have to find out where in the world he might have gotten to. I will look around in the nearby counties, to see if he moved or whatever. Thanks again for your help! Ginny

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/CZB.2ACI/2467.1 Message Board Post: No James Rayburn shows up in the county. http://www.familysearch.org Good Luck, Vera

Excuse me folks for my previous email in response to this request. I intended to send my answer directly to the person requesting the info. Nancy Edwards Nancy Edwards wrote: > Don't know whether you've had a response as yet, but the folks in the > household of D. C. Rayburn on the 1880 OH Lawrence Co Aid Twp are: > > Rayburn D. C., his wife Rebecca and his son Robert, dau Nancy, dau > Rebecca, and dau Sarah. > > There is a Jas. D. Rayburn b 1876 on the 1880 Census, but you say you > found your James on the 1870 Census so this wouldn't be yours. When > was your James Rayburn born? Do you have access to Ancestry? If not, > I'd be happy to look further for you. > > Regards, > Nancy Edwards > > [email protected] wrote: > >> This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. >> >> Classification: Query >> >> Message Board URL: >> >> http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/CZB.2ACI/2467 >> >> Message Board Post: >> >> Need help with 1880 Lawrence Co census lookup for Aid Township. I am >> interested in the people living in the household of D.C. Rayburn. I >> am looking specifically for James Rayburn. My ggg grandmother >> Christina Hall Baldwin was divorced from Alexander Baldwin in 1873. >> She was accused of adultery with James Rayburn. I found James Rayburn >> in the 1870 Lawrence Co census but not 1880. I am wondering if he is >> with D.C. (possibly Charles) Rayburn family. Any help locating >> Christina or James Rayburn in 1880 appreciated! >> >> >> ==== OHLAWREN Mailing List ==== >> Web page with info for this list - >> http://lists.rootsweb.com/index/usa/OH/lawrence.html >> >> ============================== >> View and search Historical Newspapers. Read about your ancestors, find >> marriage announcements and more. Learn more: >> http://www.ancestry.com/s13969/rd.ashx >> >> >> >> > > > ==== OHLAWREN Mailing List ==== > Web page with info for this list - > http://lists.rootsweb.com/index/usa/OH/lawrence.html > > ============================== > Search the US Census Collection. Over 140 million records added in the > last 12 months. Largest online collection in the world. Learn more: > http://www.ancestry.com/s13965/rd.ashx > >

Don't know whether you've had a response as yet, but the folks in the household of D. C. Rayburn on the 1880 OH Lawrence Co Aid Twp are: Rayburn D. C., his wife Rebecca and his son Robert, dau Nancy, dau Rebecca, and dau Sarah. There is a Jas. D. Rayburn b 1876 on the 1880 Census, but you say you found your James on the 1870 Census so this wouldn't be yours. When was your James Rayburn born? Do you have access to Ancestry? If not, I'd be happy to look further for you. Regards, Nancy Edwards [email protected] wrote: >This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. > >Classification: Query > >Message Board URL: > >http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/CZB.2ACI/2467 > >Message Board Post: > >Need help with 1880 Lawrence Co census lookup for Aid Township. I am interested in the people living in the household of D.C. Rayburn. I am looking specifically for James Rayburn. My ggg grandmother Christina Hall Baldwin was divorced from Alexander Baldwin in 1873. She was accused of adultery with James Rayburn. I found James Rayburn in the 1870 Lawrence Co census but not 1880. I am wondering if he is with D.C. (possibly Charles) Rayburn family. >Any help locating Christina or James Rayburn in 1880 appreciated! > > >==== OHLAWREN Mailing List ==== >Web page with info for this list - http://lists.rootsweb.com/index/usa/OH/lawrence.html > >============================== >View and search Historical Newspapers. Read about your ancestors, find >marriage announcements and more. Learn more: >http://www.ancestry.com/s13969/rd.ashx > > > >

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/CZB.2ACI/2467 Message Board Post: Need help with 1880 Lawrence Co census lookup for Aid Township. I am interested in the people living in the household of D.C. Rayburn. I am looking specifically for James Rayburn. My ggg grandmother Christina Hall Baldwin was divorced from Alexander Baldwin in 1873. She was accused of adultery with James Rayburn. I found James Rayburn in the 1870 Lawrence Co census but not 1880. I am wondering if he is with D.C. (possibly Charles) Rayburn family. Any help locating Christina or James Rayburn in 1880 appreciated!

Hi! Here's a story of the death of little William Music. - Jean Griesan Colorado Fatal Accident - Last Thursday, William, a little son of Mr. John Music, aged six years, was almost instantly killed by being run over with a wagon loaded with stone. It seems that the boy, with two others, had been out to the stone quarry and came in with the wagon to Mr. Veit Lutz's, corner Seventh and Vernon streets, where the wagon stopped to unload. After standing a few minutes, the driver started to move up a short distance. The boy, unseen by the driver, was swinging under the bed, and by some means, fell in front of the wheel and was run over. This is a sad affliction to the father, who but recently lost his wife, who had suffered severely for several months. Ironton Journal, July 28, 1869.

Here's an obituary that was on the same page as the Ashland article. - Jean Griesan Colorado Died at the residence of her son-in-law, at Hanging Rock, on Sept. 2d, Mrs. Anne Ellison, in the 82d year of her age. Her remains were taken to Manchester, O., for interment, on Friday, the 3d inst. The funeral services were conducted at her late home by the Rev. Mr. Gibson, an old friend of the deceased. Ironton Journal, Wednesday, September 8, 1869